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Connect Staffing

Cook / Kitchen Team Member

Sparks, NV · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

Cook, Line Cook, Prep Cook, Short Order Cook, Military Mess Hall, Cruise Ship Cook. Pre-Employment Requirements * Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. frequently. * Must have reliable transportation.

American Cruise Lines

Cruise Director

Washington, DC

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Cruise Director American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is ... This is a full-time, exempt position. Essential Functions: * Ships experience forces from wind ...

American Cruise Lines

Cruise Director

Providence, RI

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Cruise Director American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is ... This is a full-time, exempt position. Essential Functions: * Ships experience forces from wind ...

American Cruise Lines

Cruise Director

The Dalles, OR · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Cruise Director American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is ... This is a full-time, exempt position. Essential Functions: * Ships experience forces from wind ...

American Cruise Lines

Cruise Director

Manhattan, NY

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Cruise Director American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is ... This is a full-time, exempt position. Essential Functions: * Ships experience forces from wind ...

American Cruise Lines

Cruise Director

Florence, AL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Cruise Director American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is ... This is a full-time, exempt position. Essential Functions: * Ships experience forces from wind ...

American Cruise Lines

Cruise Director

Grand Rivers, KY

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Cruise Director American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is ... This is a full-time, exempt position. Essential Functions: * Ships experience forces from wind ...

American Cruise Lines

Cruise Director

Port Canaveral, FL

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Cruise Director American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is ... This is a full-time, exempt position. Essential Functions: * Ships experience forces from wind ...

American Cruise Lines

Cruise Director

Dover, TN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Cruise Director American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is ... This is a full-time, exempt position. Essential Functions: * Ships experience forces from wind ...

American Cruise Lines

Cruise Director

Nantucket, MA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Cruise Director American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is ... This is a full-time, exempt position. Essential Functions: * Ships experience forces from wind ...

American Cruise Lines

Cruise Director

Wheeling, WV · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Cruise Director American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is ... This is a full-time, exempt position. Essential Functions: * Ships experience forces from wind ...

American Cruise Lines

Cruise Director

Belfast, ME · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Cruise Director American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is ... This is a full-time, exempt position. Essential Functions: * Ships experience forces from wind ...

American Cruise Lines

Cruise Director

Clarksville, TN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Cruise Director American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is ... This is a full-time, exempt position. Essential Functions: * Ships experience forces from wind ...

American Cruise Lines

Cruise Director

Alton, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Cruise Director American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is ... This is a full-time, exempt position. Essential Functions: * Ships experience forces from wind ...

American Cruise Lines

Cruise Director

Alpena, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Cruise Director American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is ... This is a full-time, exempt position. Essential Functions: * Ships experience forces from wind ...

American Cruise Lines

Cruise Director

Nantucket, MA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Cruise Director American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is ... This is a full-time, exempt position. Essential Functions: * Ships experience forces from wind ...

American Cruise Lines

Cruise Director

Rochester, NY · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Cruise Director American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is ... This is a full-time, exempt position. Essential Functions: * Ships experience forces from wind ...

American Cruise Lines

Cruise Director

Annapolis, MD · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Cruise Director American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is ... This is a full-time, exempt position. Essential Functions: * Ships experience forces from wind ...

American Cruise Lines

Cruise Director

Sandy, UT · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Cruise Director American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is ... This is a full-time, exempt position. Essential Functions: * Ships experience forces from wind ...

American Cruise Lines

Cruise Director

Washington, DC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Cruise Director American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is ... This is a full-time, exempt position. Essential Functions: * Ships experience forces from wind ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time cruise ship cook in the United States is $16.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Cruise Ship Cook vs Part Time Cruise Ship Cook?

AspectFull Time Cruise Ship CookPart Time Cruise Ship Cook
Work HoursTypically 40+ hours per weekFewer hours, often less than 20 hours per week
CertificationsStandard culinary certifications, STCW certification preferredSame certifications, but may require less experience
Employment TypeFull-time, permanent positionPart-time, temporary or seasonal
Work EnvironmentOnboard cruise ships, working in galley kitchensOnboard cruise ships, working in galley kitchens

The main difference between a Full Time Cruise Ship Cook and a Part Time Cruise Ship Cook lies in work hours and employment status. Full Time cooks work more hours and have permanent positions, while Part Time cooks work fewer hours with temporary arrangements. Both roles require similar certifications and work in the same environment onboard cruise ships.

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Cook / Kitchen Team Member

Connect Staffing

Sparks, NV • On-site

$18 - $21/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Connect Staffing is hiring entry level Cook / Servers for a pop-up banquet hall serving meals to construction workers at a Data Center project in McCarran, NV. This is a temp position paying $16-$19/hr depending on experience. In this role, you will prepare and cook menu items from scratch using a grill, sauté station, and fryer, while also taking guest orders and delivering food and beverages to tables. This is a working kitchen environment with steady volume throughout the project.
Pay: $18-$21/hr
Schedule: Daytime shift. Evening, weekend, holiday, and overtime shifts may be required
Location: McCarran, NV 89437
Job Type: Temp 2-3 year project
Primary workplace language(s): English
Work Environment: Pop-up banquet hall / scratch kitchen serving a Data Center construction crew in a rural area
Responsibilities
  • Work both back-of-house and front-of-house in a from-scratch kitchen serving large volumes of construction workers in a banquet-style setting.
  • Operate grill, sauté station, and fryer following recipes and quality standards.
  • Wash, chop, and portion ingredients for service.
  • Maintain cleanliness of kitchen stations, service areas, and dining areas throughout the shift.
  • Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines at all times.

Minimum Requirements
  • 6+ months of recent cook, prep cook, or similar experience

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in catering, buffets, banquet halls, food production or restaurant kitchen environment. Experience operating a grill, sauté station, or commercial fryer.
  • Familiarity with scratch cooking and following standardized recipes.
  • Experience taking guest orders and delivering food in a restaurant or banquet setting.
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices (ServSafe or equivalent a plus).
  • Experience in high-volume or catering / banquet-style food service.
  • Previous experience in a kitchen, food service, or restaurant environment - or a strong willingness to learn (entry-level candidates welcome).
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English.
  • You may be a great fit if you've held any of these titles: Cook, Line Cook, Prep Cook, Short Order Cook, Military Mess Hall, Cruise Ship Cook.

Pre-Employment Requirements
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. frequently.
  • Must have reliable transportation.
  • Must provide and wear non-slip shoes.
  • Must pass a drug screen.
  • Must pass a background check.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (E-Verify).
  • Must be able to communicate effectively in English.

Benefits
  • Weekly pay.
  • Direct deposit / Paycard.
  • Health and dental benefits available.
  • Earn referral bonuses.

After you apply, please check your email for a short screening questionnaire from us. Candidates who complete it promptly will be reviewed faster.
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